Motorhome Insurance refunds ?

AngusPiloteCamper replied on 26/04/2020 11:31

Posted on 26/04/2020 11:31

In this current lockdown situation, a few big-name insurance companies are giving a proportional refund ( 1 month's premium) of vehicle insurance, due to the greatly reduced risk of a claim.

While the requirement for insurance even while parked up is recognised,  due to potential fire/theft/loss etc, then this gesture needs to be fully taken advantage of. Apparently most companies will consider a refund but only if specifically requested.

The more that motorhomers and caravanners lobby their insurers on this, the greater chance of a refund being offered and also narrows down the potential list when time for renewal comes !

I have since written to all my insurers - motorhome and cars- but await a reply.

Please share any feedback.

Thanks

 

vbfg replied on 13/05/2020 13:48

Posted on 13/05/2020 09:27 by Boothboys

I see on other strands people getting really high renewal quotes. I was new to MH last year so haven't used it much at all and just got my renewal from SAGA. I originally took up an offer to fix for second year and so my Fully Comp insurance was £365 for my 2007 Hymer B514SL so not sure if others think this is competitive or not?

I see a lot talk about Red Pennant too and so will look at that as well because hopefully in the next 12 months we will get to do our trip in Europe.

If anyone has any further ideas on insurance glad to hear them.  

Posted on 13/05/2020 13:48

I think that that is very high, however, that may be because you take many of their extras as well, which will greatly affect the cost. Try quotiva (a comparison site) as it always a good idea to try shopping around.

vbfg replied on 13/05/2020 13:51

Posted on 10/05/2020 07:28 by cyberyacht

You still have risks like fire or vandalism. Whilst it's not in its first flush of youth, it still has a value.

Posted on 13/05/2020 13:51

I was obviously aware of that, but hopefully it won't be too long before I can use it so it won't be too long before I re-insure it.

Wildwood replied on 15/05/2020 12:02

Posted on 15/05/2020 12:02

You can ask the company to reduce the cover to theft and accidental damage rather than leave it uninsured assuming the company will accept this. Do be aware though that if they charge for any change to the policy that may wipe out any saving.

From an insurers point of view it is almost impossible to calculate any saving due to the lock down. The reduction in claims is a fact but for how long it will last and to what level the saving will be is impossible to forecast so any reduction has to be a guess for them.

With cars the problem is different as it is impossible for them to judge the level of reduction. Cars are still out there, and those who are still working will be clocking up a far higher mileage than those who are not. Without asking everyone what they are doing, they simply do not know.

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